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Almost as anachronistic as the formal dining room, the powder room is evolving. It's becoming a specialist: the home-office bath, the work-out bath, and more

The Home-Office Bath

Setting up an environment that keeps work separate from family is psychologically important. A half-bath adjacent to the office can help accomplish this, especially if there is ever a need to bring a client or associate into your workspace. It's best if the bath is accessible without having to pass through the office; that way it can also be a powder room.